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Nonprofit · EIN 56-1883637

LITERACY COUNCIL OF HIGHLANDS INC

Tax-exempt · HIGHLANDS, NC 28741

Financials

$810K$612K2023$536K$600K2024
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of LITERACY COUNCIL OF HIGHLANDS INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2024990$535,667$599,911-$64,244$846,082$3,488$842,594
December 31, 2023990$810,124$611,544$198,580$906,838$0$906,838
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$457,876
of which government grants
$19,934
Program service revenue
$0
Investment income
$98
Net income from fundraising events
$74,393
Net income from gaming
$3,300
Other revenue
$77,693

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$99,381
Other salaries and wages
$247,355
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$380,649
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Accounting fees
$30,040
Occupancy
$63,670
Depreciation
$24,972
Program services (functional)
$359,798
Management and general (functional)
$147,748
Fundraising (functional)
$92,365

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$906,838
Total assets, end of year
$846,082
Total liabilities, end of year
$3,488
Net assets, end of year
$842,594
Land, buildings and equipment
$180,568
Net assets without donor restrictions
$529,777
Net assets with donor restrictions
$312,817
Gross receipts
$612,516
Employees
11
Volunteers
75
Year formed
1997
State of legal domicile
NC

From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.

Officers, directors and key employees

As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensationOther / benefits
Bonnie PottsExecutive Director
Officer
40$97,500$1,882
Jane JerryChair
Trustee or director, Officer
10$0$0
Mark ChmarVice-Chair
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0$0
Daryl GriswoldTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
3$0$0
Lisa RichardsSecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
3$0$0
Vickie BettsBoard Member
Trustee or director
1$0$0
John GolwenBoard Member
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Robert LennonBoard Member
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Bill LathemBoard Member
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Lesley GallowayBoard Member
Trustee or director
1$0$0
Susan SmithBoard Member
Trustee or director
1$0$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 10 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensationOther / benefits
Bonnie PottsExecutive Director
Officer
40$79,063$4,810
Kirk DornbushChair
Trustee or director, Officer
10$0$0
Mark ChmarVice-Chair
Trustee or director, Officer
10$0$0
Robin CanadyTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0$0
Dawn Van FleetSecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0$0
Vickie BettsBoard Member
Trustee or director
5$0$0
John GolwenBoard Member
Trustee or director
5$0$0
Bob LennonBoard Member
Trustee or director
5$0$0
Bill LathemBoard Member
Trustee or director
5$0$0
Lisa RichardsBoard Member
Trustee or director
5$0$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
348 S 5TH ST, HIGHLANDS, NC 28741-7002
Principal officer (990 for 2024)
Bonnie Potts, 675 South 4th Street, Highlands, NC 28741
Signed the 990
Bonnie Potts, Executive Director
Phone
(828) 528-0863
Return prepared by
CORLISS & SOLOMON PLLC

Mission

To enrich lives and expand the knowledge of children, adults and families through diverse educational programs that advance literacy in its many forms and to promote lifelong learning, which results in an informed and empowered community.

990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Program accomplishments

  • Pre-K Program: The Literacy & Learning Center offers a free, full-day Pre-K program that provides children with a strong foundation in literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development. The program operates during the school year and aligns with North Carolina Early Learning Standards to prepare students for kindergarten success. In the tax year, the Pre-K program served three- to five-year-old children instruction from qualified early childhood educators, as well as enrichment activities, and family support services. By eliminating financial barriers to early childhood education, the program plays a critical role in increasing school readiness and long-term academic achievement for children in our rural mountain community.
    Expenses $359,798
  • After-School and Tutoring Programs: TLLCs free after-school and tutoring programs support K-8 students through structured academic assistance, enrichment activities, and personalized one-on-one tutoring. These programs focus on improving literacy, math skills, and overall academic performance while providing a safe, supervised environment. During the year, more than 75 students participated in these programs. Services included daily homework help, reading and math intervention, STEAM-based projects, and nutritious snacks. These programs not only support working families but also help close achievement gaps, increase student confidence, and foster lifelong learning habits outside the traditional classroom setting.
  • Adult Programs: Literacy, ESL, and GED: The Literacy & Learning Center provides free adult education programs, including English as a Second Language (ESL), Adult Literacy, and General Education Development (GED) preparation. These programs empower adults to build essential skills for employment, citizenship, and daily living. In the tax year, dozens of adult learners participated in individualized instruction, small group classes, and virtual options to accommodate work and transportation barriers. ESL and GED learners made measurable progress in reading, writing, speaking, and testing benchmarks. These services offer life-changing opportunities to adults in our region, many of whom face economic hardship or limited formal education. By promoting literacy and credential attainment, TLLC helps individuals build a better future for themselves and their families.

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026Not on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990 on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990 on file

IRS record

EIN
56-1883637
Tax-exempt status
501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
Foundation status
Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
Donations deductible (Pub 78)
Public charity, 50% deduction limit
Exempt since
1995
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Category (NTEE)
Education (B61Z)
Assets (IRS master file)
$846,082
Income (IRS master file)
$612,516

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2024$535,667$599,911$846,082IRS
990December 2023$810,124$611,544$906,838XML
990December 2022$473,896$419,698$753,047IRS
990December 2021–––IRS
990December 2020–––IRS
990December 2019–––IRS
990December 2018–––IRS

990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 56-1883637).

Questions about LITERACY COUNCIL OF HIGHLANDS INC

What is the EIN of LITERACY COUNCIL OF HIGHLANDS INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of LITERACY COUNCIL OF HIGHLANDS INC is 56-1883637.
Is LITERACY COUNCIL OF HIGHLANDS INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1995.
Are donations to LITERACY COUNCIL OF HIGHLANDS INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does LITERACY COUNCIL OF HIGHLANDS INC file?
Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
When is the next return of LITERACY COUNCIL OF HIGHLANDS INC due?
The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did LITERACY COUNCIL OF HIGHLANDS INC last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.
Who is the principal officer of LITERACY COUNCIL OF HIGHLANDS INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Bonnie Potts.
Who are the officers and directors of LITERACY COUNCIL OF HIGHLANDS INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 11 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $97,500 (Bonnie Potts, Executive Director).
How much revenue does LITERACY COUNCIL OF HIGHLANDS INC have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $535,667, expenses of $599,911 and total assets of $846,082 at year end.

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